Darshan said that Mary Kom’s husband has a huge contribution in her success. (Image courtesy: Movie still)
Mumbai:
Actor Darshan Kumar will be sharing screen space with actress Priyanka Chopra, as her on-screen husband, in his debut movie Mary Kom. But he is confident to be noticed due to the importance of his character in the biopic.
Darshan isn't worried about his visibility in the film and said, "I don't think I will be overshadowed by Priyanka Chopra." (Also Read: Director Omung Kumar Feels Priyanka Will Add Commercial Value to Mary Kom)
"Whatever Mary Kom has achieved in her life, her husband has a huge contribution in that. Her husband's journey is equally important. I am more than happy to share the screen space with the National Award winning actress Priyanka Chopra," he added.Darshan, a Delhiite, didn't have a film background, but his passion for acting spurred him on to take the plunge.
He said, "I don't have any filmy connection or any filmy backup. My parents are eagerly waiting to see me on the screen. I have done theatre and learned acting under Naseeruddin Shah's guidance."
Directed by Omung Kumar, the film on the Olympic bronze medallist boxer MC Mary Kom sees Priyanka in the title role. It is scheduled for a September 5 release.
Darshan isn't worried about his visibility in the film and said, "I don't think I will be overshadowed by Priyanka Chopra." (Also Read: Director Omung Kumar Feels Priyanka Will Add Commercial Value to Mary Kom)
"Whatever Mary Kom has achieved in her life, her husband has a huge contribution in that. Her husband's journey is equally important. I am more than happy to share the screen space with the National Award winning actress Priyanka Chopra," he added.Darshan, a Delhiite, didn't have a film background, but his passion for acting spurred him on to take the plunge.
He said, "I don't have any filmy connection or any filmy backup. My parents are eagerly waiting to see me on the screen. I have done theatre and learned acting under Naseeruddin Shah's guidance."
Directed by Omung Kumar, the film on the Olympic bronze medallist boxer MC Mary Kom sees Priyanka in the title role. It is scheduled for a September 5 release.
